Jennifer E Powel, MD

Dr. Jennifer E. Powel, MD, MS, FACOG, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained maternal-fetal medicine specialist dedicated to providing advanced care for high-risk pregnancies. She currently serves as a Maternal-Fetal Medicine Staff Physician at Jersey Shore University Medical Center and other affiliated hospitals across the Hackensack Meridian Health network, including Raritan Bay Medical Center, Riverview Medical Center, Ocean University Medical Center, and Southern Ocean Medical Center.

Dr. Powel specializes in the diagnosis and management of complex pregnancies, offering expert care for a wide range of maternal and fetal conditions. Her clinical expertise includes the evaluation and treatment of fetal abnormalities, genetic conditions, fetal growth restriction, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and other maternal complications. She provides comprehensive prenatal care and works closely with patients and referring providers to create personalized care plans that support the health of both mother and baby.

Dr. Powel is passionate about advancing the field of maternal and fetal medicine through research, education, and clinical leadership. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology and an Obstetrics & Gynecology Clerkship Preceptor at the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. Her academic background includes numerous peer-reviewed publications and research presentations on fetal growth, maternal hypertension, and perinatal outcomes at national and international medical conferences.

Before joining Hackensack Meridian Health, Dr. Powel completed her fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at Saint Louis University’s SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital. She completed her OB/GYN residency at Morristown Medical Center, where she served as Chief Resident, and earned her Doctor of Medicine degree magna cum laude from St. George’s University. She also holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences from The Commonwealth Medical College.

Dr. Powel is an active member of several leading professional organizations, including the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine. She welcomes new patients and sees individuals across several Hackensack Meridian Health locations in Neptune, Red Bank, Brick, Manahawkin, and Perth Amboy, New Jersey.

Frequently Asked Question

General Information

What does Dr. Jennifer Powel specialize in?

Dr. Powel is a maternal-fetal medicine specialist who focuses on managing high-risk pregnancies, fetal abnormalities, and maternal health complications.

Is Dr. Powel accepting new patients?

Yes, Dr. Powel is currently accepting new patients at several Hackensack Meridian Health locations.

What age groups does Dr. Powel treat?

Dr. Powel treats individuals who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

What types of high-risk pregnancies does Dr. Powel manage?

Dr. Powel cares for patients with conditions like gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, fetal growth restriction, genetic disorders, and prior pregnancy complications.

Does Dr. Powel provide care for fetal abnormalities or genetic conditions?

Yes, she provides expert evaluation, diagnosis, and management for pregnancies involving fetal anomalies and inherited conditions.

Can Dr. Powel help with maternal complications like high blood pressure or diabetes during pregnancy?

Yes, she specializes in managing maternal conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disease, and autoimmune disorders during pregnancy.

Does Dr. Powel offer prenatal testing and ultrasound services?

Yes, she offers advanced diagnostic tools including high-resolution fetal ultrasound and prenatal genetic screening.

Can I see Dr. Powel for preconception counseling?

Yes, Dr. Powel provides preconception evaluations for women at increased risk for complications to support healthy pregnancy planning.